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Can I substitute any ingredients?

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Is this recipe suitable for specific diets?

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How should leftovers be stored?

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Magenta Jewel Goat Cheese Log With Roasted Beet Swirl & Pistachio Crust

Name: Magenta Jewel Goat Cheese Log with Roasted Beet Swirl & Pistachio Crust
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 1 h
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 8 oz plain goat cheese, softened; 2 medium beets, roasted and finely chopped; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped; 1/3 cup pistachios, finely chopped; Salt and black pepper to taste

Ingredients

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8 oz plain goat cheese, softened
2 medium beets, roasted and finely chopped
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
1/3 cup pistachios, finely chopped
Salt and black pepper to taste

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Instructions

In a mixing bowl, combine the softened goat cheese, roasted beets, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, parsley, chives, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
With clean hands, shape the mixture into a log or any desired shape.
Roll the log in the finely chopped pistachios, pressing gently to adhere the nuts to the cheese.
Wrap the log in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow it to firm up.
Slice the log and serve it chilled as an appetizer with crackers or fresh bread.

Notes

You can roast your beets a day in advance and store them in the refrigerator. Feel free to experiment with different herbs for unique flavor variations.

Author: Chef Rita
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: No Cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 slice
Calories: 200
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 300mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 9g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 10g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 10mg